Interventions for managing halitosis
Kumbargere Nagraj S, Eachempati P, Uma E
Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Methodology
Cochrane review of 44 RCTs of interventions for halitosis in adults.
Key Findings
Mouthrinses containing antibacterial agents (chlorhexidine, cetylpyridinium chloride, zinc) may reduce volatile sulphur compounds versus placebo; evidence certainty very low.
Conclusions
Some topical antibacterial and zinc agents may reduce malodour, but the evidence base is weak and short-term.
Limitations
Very low certainty evidence, short trials, surrogate VSC outcomes.
Outcomes Measured
Mouthrinses containing antibacterial agents (chlorhexidine, cetylpyridinium chloride, zinc) may reduce volatile sulphur compounds versus placebo; evidence certainty very low.
Related Health Concerns
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